Douluo Continent: A Sister Who Loves Me From the Start

As Emperor, it was incredibly easy for him to investigate certain matters. This reserve team, Shrek, intrigued him. He wanted to see just how far these young boys could go.

Cai Ban stepped onto the stage. His voice was amplified and carried far by the amplified soul-guided device.

"Round 3, Match 1: Shrek Academy Team vs. Zheng Tian Academy Team. Both teams, please proceed to the waiting area. The captains, please come up to the stage and draw the match format."

That's right, Shrek Academy is facing the Zheng Tian Advanced Soul Master Academy team today. Like Shrek Academy, Zheng Tian Academy originates from the Heavenly Soul Empire. Unlike Shrek Academy, which doesn't belong to any empire, Zheng Tian Academy is a long-established academy within the Heavenly Soul Empire.

It has produced many talented individuals. Among the four great empires on the continent, the Heavenly Soul Empire is the one that most firmly upholds the tradition of Soul Masters and rejects Soul Master instructors. Therefore, Zheng Tian Academy is actually more thorough in its policy towards pure Soul Masters than Shrek Academy. They don't have a Soul Master instructor branch at all; they only train Soul Masters. Regardless of whether they will be eliminated in the future, Zheng Tian Academy is currently one of the most powerful academies on the entire continent.

The captain of Zhengtian Academy was a young man around twenty years old. His handsome appearance was comparable to that of Shen Yumo and Wang Dong. Of course, Shen Yumo and Wang Dong were still young and had not yet fully matured.

Wang Yan had described the captain of Zheng Tian Academy in detail, praising him highly. This captain of Zheng Tian Academy hadn't made an appearance since the start of the competition. Wang Yan had only managed to obtain some information about him with great difficulty.

Ye Wuqing, nineteen years old. A top student at Zhengtian Academy. Team captain. Martial Soul: Golden Leaf, a level 58 Power Attack type Soul Master. Extremely powerful. In the previous competition, he represented Zhengtian Academy as a regular member. This year, he has become a pillar of the academy.

If he is exactly twenty years old this year, then it is very likely that he will break through level sixty and become the first Soul Emperor in the history of Zheng Tian Advanced Soul Master Academy to participate in the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Soul Battle Tournament.

If that's really the case, Zhengtian Academy will officially enter the ranks of top-tier academies.

Ye Wuqing's build was similar to Bei Bei's. Unlike Bei Bei's refined demeanor, he appeared much colder, though a cold glint would flash in his eyes when he stared at Bei Bei.

Comparatively speaking, Bei Bei's aura was somewhat weaker than his, not only because of his cultivation level, but also because of his age. Ye Wuqing, at nineteen, was already an adult, while Bei Bei, who was only about fifteen, was still a teenager.

As the light shone on them, Bei Bei smiled, but her eyes were firm and unwavering. Ye Wuqing's gaze, however, was like a sharp knife, as if searching for an opening to pierce him.

When Ye Wuqing looked at Shen Yumo again, he was startled by Leng Leng. He was an exceptionally handsome young man. His sky-blue eyes seemed to have sensed something. He turned his head away and revealed a pair of cold eyes that made Ye Wuqing's heart tremble. He knew in his heart that this battle was definitely not that simple.

The thought of that 100,000-year-old spirit ring sent a chill down my spine...

The judge said in a deep voice, "The drawing of lots shall begin. Both parties shall bear witness."

In the waiting area offstage, Wang Yan gripped the armrests of his chair tightly, silently chanting "team battle, team battle." It could be said that all his tactical arrangements revolved around team battle. Only a team battle could give them a chance. Conversely, Shrek Academy had virtually no chance at all!

Everyone held their breath, waiting for the lottery results, and just then, the results came out.

Upon seeing the draw results, even Bei Bei, whose fighting spirit burned fiercely within her, instantly changed her expression. Luck had not been on Shrek Academy's side this time. The result was the last thing they wanted to see.

Cai Ban announced loudly, "Shrek Academy and Zheng Tian Academy have drawn a 2-2-3 battle formation. That is to say, the first two matches will be 2-on-2, and the last match will be 3-on-3. Best of three. If either side wins both of the first two matches, the third 3-on-3 match will be canceled. Both captains may step down and prepare."

When Wang Yan saw that he had drawn the second, second, and third battle strategies, his mind went completely blank. Second and third, how could he fight them? Facing the Zheng Tian Academy team, which had three Soul Kings, even if Shen Yumo was strong, she could only go on one match to deal with one Soul King. What about the other two? The pressure was undoubtedly enormous.

Beibei's steps as she walked back were noticeably stiff, and the other five members of the Shrek Seven Devils also had grim expressions. Their pre-match preparations were useless now. The reason Wang Yan hadn't made any preparations for the other two match scenarios was because their chances were slim under those circumstances.

"Children, listen to me." Wang Yan gritted his teeth and stood up.

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Chapter 181 Zhengtian Academy II

It's hard.

Shen Yumo fell silent. The pressure at this point was undoubtedly immense. No matter how strong she was, she could only fight one match and eliminate one Soul King. There were still two Soul Kings left... It would be very difficult...

"Kids, listen to me." Wang Yan gritted his teeth and stood up, looking sincerely at the Shrek Seven Devils in front of him. "Let's admit defeat. Not competing is at least a strategic surrender for us. It prevents the enemy from fully understanding our situation."

"No!" Bei Bei said resolutely in a low voice, "If we run away without a fight, we don't deserve to be members of Shrek Academy. No matter what, Teacher Wang, let us try. Even if we lose, we want to lose gracefully and without any regrets. Teacher Wang, you've already done so much for us. From now on, it's up to us. From now on, can I take charge of the match?"

At this moment, Beibei's refined demeanor suddenly transformed into a powerful aura, a feeling of a superior who could control everything. His inner light was noticeably more concentrated than usual, and the trace of laziness he once possessed had vanished completely. Like a sleeping lion just awakened, he was filled with an invincible and domineering presence.

Wang Yan nodded almost subconsciously, because he already knew his persuasion would be ineffective. He suddenly felt that Bei Bei's eyes were terrifying, a kind of predatory look that seemed ready to devour anyone. He could even see a burning flame of fighting spirit burning in his eyes.

"Junior students, I'll ask you one question. Are you willing to lose like this, to lose Shrek's glory?" Bei Bei asked in a deep voice. His fists were clenched tightly.

Shen Yumo had never seen her senior brother so serious before. The five of them answered almost in unison, "We are not reconciled." At that moment, it seemed as if a huge flame suddenly blazed above each of their heads. That was clearly the power of their united will!

Shen Yumo smiled calmly, shrugged, and said, "I'm not reconciled either."

"Alright!" Bei Bei said in a deep voice, "Now I will arrange the order of appearance. You can use your own tactics. I believe we have the strength to contend with our opponents and the strength to achieve final victory. We must burn ourselves, burn our soul power, burn our bodies, and even burn our lives."

For the glory of Shrek Academy, we must fight our way to victory today. Only by winning this match can we stand tall, proudly proclaim to everyone that we are the Shrek Seven Devils, and that we are not ashamed to be called the Shrek Seven Devils.

Beibei's voice was deep, yet powerful. His gaze immediately fell upon his good brother, Xu Sanshi.

"Sanshi, you're up for the first match."

Xu Sanshi nodded. At this moment, the arrogance he usually concealed had awakened under the burning fighting spirit. His eyes narrowed, a cold glint flashing within them. "I will definitely win the first match. Either they take me down, or I return victorious. Who will I team up with? You?"

Beibei shook her head and said, "No. If..."

We both played in the first match, and even if we won, the following matches will be very difficult. I have to stay behind and hold the fort.

His gaze shifted to Wang Dong beside him, and he said in a deep voice, "Wang Dong, you and San Shi will go for the first match, but remember, San Shi will be the main attacker!"

Wang Dong was stunned. She really hadn't expected Bei Bei to pair her with Xu Sanshi. In her opinion, even with He Caitou, it shouldn't be her turn. However, meeting Bei Bei's focused and deep gaze, and feeling the attention of her teammates, Wang Dong smiled helplessly and said, "I'll go."

Beibei nodded vigorously at her, "Okay, go ahead. Let them see the strength of the Shrek Seven Devils."

"Okay." Wang Dong nodded slightly, glanced at Xu Sanshi, and with a flash, he walked out of the waiting area and headed towards the stage.

Wang Yan glanced at Bei Bei and nodded slightly. Now that he had entrusted command to Bei Bei, all he could do was trust her unconditionally. Besides, this was a last resort. He agreed with one point Bei Bei made: Bei Bei understood these people better than he did, especially Xu Sanshi.

The twin stars of Shrek Academy's outer court. They are equally brilliant. And is there a lack of fourth-ring level students in the outer court? No! Why are they able to shine so brightly? There must be a reason.

For the first time, Wang Yan felt that she seemed to have regained some confidence. After Wang Dong went on stage, she stood aside. Xu Sanshi followed her onto the stage, and the two looked at their opponent with fierce fighting spirit.

Both players had reached the edge of the playing area when the referee shouted, "Begin!"

Undoubtedly, releasing one's Martial Soul was key. Both sides completed this process in an instant. This time, Xu Sanshi showed no signs of laziness, wielding the Xuanming Tortoise Shell Shield and charging towards the opposite side. Wang Dong, meanwhile, flashed forward, his long legs lightly leaping, following behind him, dazzling wings illuminating his back, preparing to unleash a powerful attack.

Because Xu Sanshi was already quite robust for his age, Jiang Nannan was hidden behind him and could not be seen from the front at all.

On the other side, Yang Yifan and Yu Mengdi also released their martial souls. Yang Yifan's martial soul was a long dagger. Despite his tall stature, he was actually an agility-type battle soul master. He flashed forward and charged straight at them.

The great battle is about to begin. Since the opposing team's first team is also a trial, there is only one Soul Master and one Soul Grandmaster. It is believed that as long as Xu Sanshi performs well, he will definitely win.

As expected, they won this game.

"Please bring the players from both sides to the stage for the second match." The referee's voice on the stage pulled the Shrek Academy students back from their excitement, and their emotions tightened again. Yes! There were still two matches left, and their opponents had two Soul Kings, including their strongest captain.

Everyone's eyes instinctively turned to Bei Bei, even Wang Yan. The formation in the first round had already proven Bei Bei's foresight.

Beibei already had a plan in mind. She whispered, "We won the first match, so we're already in control. What we hope for most now is that in the second match, they impulsively send out two Soul Kings, or their captain. Yu Mo, Nan Nan, you two will go in the second match. Don't feel any pressure; just perform as safely as possible."

Shen Yumo and Jiang Nannan exchanged a glance, and they immediately understood Bei Bei's intention. According to Bei Bei, she was clearly already prepared to handle the second round.

Sending them out of the fray must be done to weaken at least one, or even two, Soul Kings of the opponent. Undoubtedly, BeiBei's tactics are entirely correct.

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Chapter 182 Zhengtian Academy III

Sending them out of the fray must be done to weaken at least one, or even two, Soul Kings of the opponent. Undoubtedly, BeiBei's tactics are entirely correct.

At this moment, Shen Yumo and Jiang Nannan's fighting spirit was no less than that of their companions! In that glance they exchanged, they both saw the strong, unyielding fighting spirit deep in each other's eyes.

"We'll need you for the next match. Understand?" Shen Yumo and Bei Bei exchanged a glance. His expression was somewhat serious, but he still nodded vigorously.

Jiang Nannan smiled gently, "Don't worry."

Shen Yumo's response sounded somewhat perfunctory, but he managed to refrain from arguing, since the match was still quite simple. His only worry now was Meng Hongchen.

"Go for it! Shrek's glory belongs to us all."

Shen Yumo and Jiang Nannan went up together. Just as they stepped out, Bei Bei turned back to face He Caitou and Xiao Xiao. She said in a deep voice, "The final victory in today's competition will definitely be in the third match, the weakest. I only have one piece of advice for you: use all your strength. Regardless of the final outcome, at least we've given it our all. San Shi won the first match very narrowly."

Once that Soul King with the Angelic Martial Soul regains consciousness, the situation will immediately reverse. Therefore, we have no other options; our opponents will undoubtedly be more cautious and stronger. We must fight with all our might; there is no room for luck. Alright, now all you need to do is calm yourselves and await the start of our match.”

A chill ran through everyone; their previous excitement vanished, replaced by a heavy sense of pressure.

Pressure has drastically different effects on different people. A naturally weak person might even crumble under pressure, becoming even more vulnerable. However, for those filled with fighting spirit, even willing to sacrifice everything for glory and ideals, the greater the pressure, the stronger the rebound, and the more powerful the motivation.

"Matches featuring both teams!"

"Shrek, Shen Yumo."

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"Shrek, Jiang Nannan!"

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Before the other party could react, Shen Yumo took the initiative!

"Fifth Soul Skill! Time Freeze Domain!"

Shen Yumo's figure rose rapidly, surrounded by a murderous aura, her eyes cold and terrifying.

The flow of time within a radius of 100 meters has completely stopped!

"Nannan, make your move!" Shen Yumo smiled gently, revealing an elegant demeanor even when facing a formidable foe.

"Hmm!" Jiang Nannan nodded her little head, her waist arched suddenly, and her soft waist swayed gracefully in mid-air. For the controlled opponent, Jiang Nannan's soul skill became as smooth as a fish in water.

In less than two minutes, both members of Zhengtian Academy were defeated!

Under the astonished gazes of the audience, Shen Yumo pulled Jiang Nannan back calmly, as if she had never been there.

"Next up, He Caitou and Xiao Xiao!" Bei Bei's eyes showed encouragement as she watched the two of them go on stage.

As she gazed at the competition stage, Beibei gradually frowned. Her expression grew increasingly serious.

He discovered that his opponent was more formidable than he had imagined. Surprisingly, the captain of Zhengtian Academy did not even appear in the third battle.

It's important to understand that if Zheng Tian Academy loses the third match, they will lose today's game. Under these circumstances, the fact that captain Ye Wuqing can still remain patient is a testament to his resilience, far exceeding Bei Bei's expectations. This means that if they lose the third match, Shrek Academy will face an even more difficult situation in the third game.

He Caitou and Xiao Xiao arrived at the competition stage. The seemingly simple-minded Caitou immediately did the same thing as Xu Sanshi, loudly announcing to the two Zhengtian Academy team members who had already come up on stage opposite him: "Shrek Academy, He Caitou."

Xiao Xiao immediately followed instinctively, "Xiao Xiao."

The two Zheng Tian team members opposite them looked at He Caitou with obvious surprise. He Caitou's dark skin was generally only seen in the Sun Moon Empire. But now he was in Shrek Academy's camp. The day He Caitou used his Soul Guidance Artillery Turret technique to suppress Shen Ce, a Soul King, was still fresh in everyone's memory.

"Tang Xiaolei of Zhengtian Academy".

"Blood Wolf of Zhengtian Academy"

The two Zheng Tian team members announced their names. Tang Xiaolei was tall and upright, but not particularly muscular. However, his eyes were exceptionally bright, with a faint purple light flickering deep within them. Apart from Huo Yuhao, this was the first contestant He Caitou had seen with such a focused gaze.

Blood Wolf was slightly shorter than Tang Xiaolei, but much more robust, with broad shoulders and thick arms, comparable to He Caitou. Of course, this was at the age of twenty compared to He Caitou, who was nearly fifteen.

When Tang Xiaolei and Xuelang looked at He Caitou, they were only slightly surprised, but when their gaze fell on Xiao Xiao, their surprise was more than just that.

They had seen Xiao Xiao play in the rest area before. But in both of her appearances, she basically did nothing. So nobody knew what her abilities were.

Xiao Xiao was not even twelve years old, only a few days older than Wang Dong. Coupled with her petite stature, she looked like a child. People would believe she was under ten. Now, facing each other on the competition stage, with the large He Caitou standing beside her, the contrast was striking.